Episode 390-The Battle of Knightsbridge Box

The History of WWII Podcast - A podcast by Ray Harris Jr

With the Battle of Bir Hakeem over Rommel is ready to drive on Tobruk, but first he has to get passed the Knightsbridge Box, where the 2nd and 4th Armored Brigades are waiting. What follows is mistakes by both sides, but Rommel reacts more quickly because he is with his men. Meanwhile, 8th Army Commander Ritchie is far away and has no idea what’s going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices